GeoTagged, [N10.40100, E75.50952]
The oldest part of Cartegena is actually behind a wall. The original city was walled to offer some protection from pirates aka privateers. It seems that Spain was always at war with someone. Those countries considered it a personal favor if the local ruffian would attack and loot any of a number of rich Spanish colonies. Unfortunately Cartegena was always at the top of the list due to it's gold and emerald wealth. The narrow streets inside the old city are now lined with shops, restaurants and second story apartments, many of which have balconies flourishing with Bougainvillia and other beatiful flowering plants. Cars are prohibitted and it's an extremely nice area to walk through and window shop.
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